by admin | Jan 7, 2022 | Around MDSP
“On Monday, Dec. 13, 2021 (HealthDay News) — The COVID-19 death toll in the United States reached 800,000 on Monday, and one expert believes it will likely hit 1 million at some point in 2022. The 800,156 confirmed deaths in the nearly two years since the first known U.S. victims of COVID-19 were confirmed in February 2020 is more than any other nation in the world and a larger number than the population of Boston, Washington, D.C., or Seattle, NBC News reported. Furthermore, the rise from 700,000 to 800,000 happened in just 74 days compared with 119 days for the previous 100,000 increase in deaths.
The death toll is expected to rise even higher on Monday as more state and local health departments provide new data. The seven-day death average in the United States was 1,092, according to the most recent U.S. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention data, a 27.8 percent increase from the prior week, NBC News reported.”
Source: https://consumer.healthday.com/u-s-covid-19-death-toll-passes-800000-2656020523.html
by admin | Dec 15, 2021 | Around MDSP
“You already have a lot on your plate when you work as a physician. However, you also don’t cease to be a doctor even when you clock out. If your care is necessary, you have no choice but to show up. So, if you have some time off for yourself, you will make the most of it. Furthermore, being in this career can be financially rewarding. Even if it takes too much from your time, you will still get a lot in return. Therefore, many people decide to pursue a career in this field despite the challenges because they know it would be worth it.”
The idea of getting a locum tenens post might be unappealing, given your current schedule. However, if you want to have a more flexible time, these jobs are more suitable for you.
– You can work for multiple hospitals
– You will improve your skills
– You will expand your network
– You can start a private practice
To obtain further information click the link for the full article: https://floridanewstimes.com/why-you-should-accept-locum-tenens-jobs/391602/
Written by: Jack Martin
by admin | Dec 10, 2021 | Around MDSP
“The holidays are often a time for people to take a break from their professional lives and spend quality time with family. Hospitals often need additional coverage during this season to account for increased census and staff shortages, presenting opportunities for locum tenens providers. Since many permanent staff members want time off during the holidays, you may find a wider array of locum tenens opportunities from which to choose. This is especially beneficial if you are interested in practicing at a specific facility or want an assignment in a highly desirable destination. No matter your motivation for practicing, it can be challenging to be away from family and traditions. Here, we offer some suggestions to bolster holiday cheer when you’re working locum tenens during this season.”
- Bring along your traditions
- Local festivities
- Volunteer at a shelter or food bank
- Reunite with distant family and friends
- Bring your family along
Click the link below to read the full article here: https://www.medicushcs.com/locum-tenens-holidays-6-ways-celebrate/
by admin | Dec 3, 2021 | Around MDSP
“For most doctors, patient visits tend to skew a little older. This should not dissuade you, however, from creating a practice that is inclusive and inviting to younger generations. Millennials, in particular, can be a challenging demographic to entice.
According to an article from the American Academy of Family Practitioners (AAFP) in Family Practice Management, Millennials are the largest adult population in the country, which means their behaviors will have a great impact on shaping the future of healthcare. That being said, there is mounting evidence that they don’t value medical advice from a practitioner to the same degree as previous generations. Although the AAFP article is slanted toward primary care, many lessons can be learned regarding how to attract, earn the trust of, and maintain a medical relationship with this significant population. Not surprisingly, Millennials value technology and technological interface that saves time and is quick to meet their needs. As discussed in a Forbes article, technology needs to play a big role in the entire healthcare process. This would include online accessibility to scheduling appointments, receiving appointment and prescription reminders, access to records, and being able to search information. Beyond the management of healthcare through apps, Millennials also want access to telemedicine that can address their health issues conveniently.”
To read the full article regarding Millennials and their love for convenience and technology, check the link below! 
Source: https://www.physiciansweekly.com/what-millennials-want-from-their-doctor
By Lisa Tomaszewski
by admin | Nov 16, 2021 | Around MDSP
“Ahead of the anticipated emergency use authorization (EUA) of Pfizer-BioNTech’s COVID-19 vaccine for children 5–11 years old, White House officials have announced a vaccination plan that represents a departure from the approach the country took with adults. That is because it relies more heavily on physicians, clinics and pharmacies instead of mass-vaccination sites. Physicians will also be enlisted to help work with parents to get children vaccinated. The Pfizer-BioNTech vaccine for 5–11-year-olds will have a new product configuration, new national drug code (NDC), and will come with smaller vials and needles than those for adults and adolescents.”
Click on the link below to get insight on the full article.
By: Sara Berg, MS
Source: https://www.ama-assn.org/delivering-care/public-health/covid-19-vaccine-rollout-children-asks-doctors-play-bigger-role
by admin | Nov 10, 2021 | Around MDSP
“With the release of the 2022 physician fee schedule, physician organizations are now speaking out about what they like and dislike about the new rules. The new fee schedule extends some telehealth provisions that were implemented in response to the COVID-19 pandemic, sets the payment for COVID-19 vaccines through the end of the public health emergency, and lowers the conversion factor down to $33.59.”
Click the link below to see what Gerald E. Harmon, M.D., president of the American Medical Association (AMA) has to say about this.
Source: https://www.medicaleconomics.com/view/physician-fee-schedule-organizations-respond
Written by: Keith A. Reynolds
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